DATELINE: April 7-14

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Friday, April 7

Trip to Foxwoods: 8 a.m., sponsored by the Wareham Council on Aging, $20. Leave the Multi-Service Center at 8 and return about 5 p.m. Trip includes free lunch buffet and $10 gambling voucher.

Dinner and meat raffle: 6 p.m., Cromesett Tribe No. 156 of the Improved Order of Red Men of Wareham, 745 Main St., Wareham. The Red Men lodge will sponsor its monthly meat raffle. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and a meal of fish sticks, French fries and coleslaw will be offered at $5 per person. The meat raffle will start after the meal (which is optional) and a cash bar will be operated throughout the event. For information: 508-291-0082.

Tuneful Brew Coffeehouse: 7-9 p.m., First Parish Church, 842 Tremont St., Duxbury. Open mic at 7 p.m. followed by featured performers, Cold Chocolate, at 8 p.m., an Americana/roots/bluegrass band. Admission $10 at the door. Children 12 and under admitted free. Light dinner selections, homemade baked goods, a variety of tea and coffee are available. Donations are greatly appreciated. For information: www.tunefulbrew.com or email tunefulbrew@gmail.com.

Spring Craft, Vendor Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion, 199 Federal Furnace Road, Plymouth. Benefit for Relay for Life of Greater Plymouth. Twenty-five tables of handmade products to shop from, a bake sale, raffle items such as Red Sox tickets, and a face painter for the kids. All proceeds raised will go to the American Cancer Society. For more information, call 508-317-9246.

Scanning Day: 10 a.m. to noon, New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, 38 Bethel St., New Bedford. Share and preserve a digital image of your fishing industry photographs, documents and other records for future generations. Staff will scan the materials and record any information the owner shares about each piece. The owner will leave with their originals along with a digital copy of the scans on a flash drive. This event is free and open to the public. For information: 508-993-8894, info@fishingheritagecenter.org.

Rug Braiding: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., April 1 and 8, Soule Homestead, 46 Soule St., Middleborough. New students must attend the first workshop. Students returning from past sessions may take unfinished projects to work on. Everyone should take scissors, needles, thread and wool. Wool available to purchase. Members are $10 and non-members are $15 per session; $5 for returning students. Preregister. For information: 508-947-6744, www.soulehomestead.org.

Spring Membership Brunch: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St., Plymouth. Hosted by the Plymouth Area League of Women Voters. Complimentary brunch and program, “After the march-what’s next?” Representatives from the LWV Massachusetts will share their experiences and observations from the Washington, D.C. and Boston marches. Members will have the opportunity to share their expectations and suggestions. An RSVP is encouraged at www.plymouthlwv.org.

Art exhibit reception: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Great Ponds Gallery, Lakeville Public Library, 4 Precinct St., Lakeville. Bonnie Sloan created “USAbstract,” 50 original abstract paintings, one for each state, inspired by 50 different abstract artists. Viewers can take a quiz to see if they can identify which painting represents which state. Exhibit on view through April and May. For information: lakevillelibrary.org/galleryevents.asp.

Easter event: noon to 12:30 p.m., Plumb Corner mall, 565 Rounseville Road, Rochester. Easter egg hunt, hay rides, parade, crafts, DJ Howie for tunes, Vinny the Bubble Guy. The Rochester Police Department will be conducting a food drive for Rochester seniors so patrons are asked to take a nonperishable item to stuff the cruiser. Donations for the food drive can also be dropped off anytime at the Law Offices of Matthew H. Beaulieu, 565 Rounseville Road, Suite 5.

Food and dancing: 6:30 p.m., Redmen Hall, 786 Main St., West Wareham. Church of the Good Shepherd is holding a “chicken, steak and chocolate cake” fundraiser to support its local ministries in the town of Wareham and beyond. Live music by “Hot Soup,” raffles and a 50/50. Cost is $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. Tickets available at the Matrix Spa on Main Street or call Natecia at 774-260-1924 or Sue at 508-209-3438.

Lasagna dinner and live auction: 6:30 p.m., Beal House, 222 Main St., Kingston. Presented by the First Parish Church of Kingston. All are welcome. Dinner of lasagna, salad, bread and ice cream followed by the live auction at 7:30 p.m. with professional auctioneer Eddie Saarela. The cost for the dinner is $15 per person, $5 per child age 12 and under; maximum cost per family $45. For anyone wishing to attend the auction only, with arrival at 7:30 p.m., there is no admission fee. For information: 781-585-3051, kingstonuu@comcast.net.

Blue Moon Coffeehouse: 7:30 p.m., Channing Church, 45 Webster St., Rockland. Damn Tall Buildings, a group influenced by Americana and bluegrass, will perform. Tickets $10 at the door; children 12 and under are free. For information: www.thebluemooncoffeehouse.com.

“Enchanted April” performances: Marion Art Center, 80 Pleasant St., Marion. Tickets $15 for MAC members and $18 for nonmembers. Shows at 7:30 p.m. March 31, April 1 and 7-8; and at 2:30 p.m. April 2 and 9. For information: 508-748-1266, marionartcenter.org.

Live bands at East Bay Grille, 175 Water St., Plymouth, 508-746-9751, www.eastbaygrille.com.

Sunday, April 9

Poetry: The Art of Words, the Mike Amado Memorial Series, is held once a month at the Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St., Plymouth. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., the music starts at noon, followed by poetry at 12:45 and an open mike at 1:15. Admission and refreshments are free. For details, visit www.ptaow.com.

Play auditions: 1 p.m., Spire Center, 25 1/2 Court St., Plymouth. Plymouth Community Theatre will hold auditions for “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.” Auditions will consist of movement, so attendees should dress comfortably. A 16-bar cut of music from the show or in the same style of the show is required, as well as sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. For information: www.plymouthcommunitytheatre.net.

Author Talk: 2 p.m., Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St., Mattapoisett. Stephen Puleo will talk about his latest book, “American Treasures: The Secret Efforts to Save the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Gettysburg Address.” After the talk Puleo will answer questions and sign copies of the book. Admission free. For information: 508-758-4171, www.mattapoisettlibrary.org.

“Enchanted April” performances: Marion Art Center, 80 Pleasant St., Marion. Tickets $15 for MAC members and $18 for nonmembers. Shows at 7:30 p.m. March 31, April 1 and 7-8; and at 2:30 p.m. April 2 and 9. For information: 508-748-1266, marionartcenter.org.

Basic Life Support certification course for healthcare providers: 6-10 p.m., Tarkiln Community Center, 245 Summer St., Duxbury. Presented by Health Ed of New England. Course fee is $55 per person and requires preregistration by April 9. For information: 781-582-1440 or 800-434-6000, or visit www.healthednewengland.com.

Science at Work lecture: 6:30 p.m., Tabor Academy, Stroud Academic Center, 232 Front St., Marion. Two-time solo circumnavigator Donna Lange will present a free lecture in Lyndon South Auditorium. Along the way sailing around the world, she performed marine research, tested emergency equipment, wrote songs and books, and through the internet, shared her experiences worldwide. For information: 508-748-2000, www.taboracademy.org.

Spinners with Soul: 7-9 p.m., Soule Homestead, 46 Soule St., Middleborough. Members of the fiber arts group meet at Soule Homestead to work on projects for year-round events and participate in a short program each month. Members may also bring an item for “show and tell.” Contact coordinator, Barbara Chadwick at 508-947-2679.

Ladies Night Out workshop: 6-8:30 p.m., Art Complex Museum, 189 Alden St., Duxbury. Participants will use a template, stampers and texturizing tools to create a set of two tumblers. Pottery basics as well as more advanced concepts such as mitering and joining edges and attaching a foot ring will be taught by Carolyn Daley Shedd. The $50 fee includes materials. For information: 781-934-6634, www.artcomplex.org.

Itty Bitty Bay Explorers: 10-11 a.m., Wednesdays in April. Presented by Buzzards Bay Coalition and Wareham Land Trust. Recommended for families with children aged 5 and younger. Registration is required for each program. Visit http://savebuzzardsbay.org/events or contact the Buzzards Bay Coalition at 508-999-6363, ext. 219, or bayadventures@savebuzzardsbay.org. April 12: Discover spring critters at Horseshoe Mill at the end of Station Street in Wareham.

Plymouth Garden Club meeting: 1 p.m., Chiltonville Church, 6 River St., Plymouth. Social time starts at 12:15 p.m. The program will be “Cooking with herbs - make the most of your herb garden, taste some of Mrs. Thrift’s favorite condiments and herb butter,” presented by Betsy Williams, gardener, herb grower and cook. Horticulture: Take in a single horticulture specimen from your garden. Please label your garden specimen. Guests are welcome for a $5 fee. For more information about the club, visit www.plymouthgardenclub.org.

Rochester Land Trust meeting: 6 p.m., Covanta SEMASS, 141 Cranberry Highway, Wareham. The public is invited to attend the brief business meeting, after which the group will be given a tour of the plant.

Job and Internship Fair: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bridgewater State University, Tinsley Center, 325 Plymouth St., Bridgewater. Nearly 150 employers representing a broad spectrum of professional fields will attend. Professional dress is recommended. Attendees are encouraged to research organizations prior to the event and to take plenty of resumes. For information: 508-531-1328, http://microsites.bridgew.edu/careerservices/upcoming-events.

Gallery Talk: 11 a.m., Art Complex Museum, 189 Alden St., Duxbury. J. Michael Sullivan, whose photography is currently on exhibit at the museum in “A Magical Narrative,” will discuss his work. Coffee at 10:30 a.m. followed by the talk at 11. For information: 781-934-6634, www.artcomplex.org.

Plymouth Farmers’ Market at Plimoth Plantation, 137 Warren Ave., Plymouth. The indoor season runs from November to May, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month, presenting regional farmers and artisans. Shoppers are encouraged to take their own shopping bags or baskets if possible. EBT/SNAP/debit/credit cards and WIC are welcome. The market is free and open to the public, year round. See www.plymouthfarmersmarket.org for details.

Paint Night: 6-9 p.m., Mezza Luna Restaurant, 253 Main St., Buzzards Bay. Hosted by the Onset Bay Association. Jennifer O’Connor (owner and operator of Artsy Parties & Face Painting, Too) will show participants how to paint wineglasses. Materials sufficient for all registrants to paint two wineglasses will be provided and food will be provided free. Tickets $40 per person and raffles will also be staged. A cash bar will be operated. For information: www.onsetbay.org.

Ropeworks reception: 6:30 p.m., New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, 38 Bethel St., New Bedford. Model nets, fenders and marlinspike artistry, Irish knitting, Norwegian knitting and decorative ropework. In addition, poetry by fishermen Dave Densmore and Geno Leech as well as quotes from oral history interviews. This exhibit is made possible with support from R & W Rope. For information: info@fishingheritagecenter.org or call 508-993-8894.

Live bands at East Bay Grille, 175 Water St., Plymouth, 508-746-9751, www.eastbaygrille.com.

Friday, April 14

Farm Fun: 10-11 a.m., Soule Homestead, 46 Soule St., Middleborough. Meet the bunnies, make an egg craft and hear a story from guest reader, Marilyn Thayer. Members are free and Non-members are $4 per person. Geared towards preschool age but siblings welcome. For information: 508-947-6744, www.soulehomestead.org.

Good Friday fish fry: 6-8 p.m., Dudley L. Brown VFW Post, 4 Gibbs Ball Park Road, Onset. Fish, jag and coleslaw will be featured on the menu and disc jockey “Lady K” will supply entertainment. Tickets for the event are $10 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advance at the post. Concurrently, an adult Easter raffle will be conducted at 7 p.m. and tickets are selling at seven for $5. All proceeds will benefit “Ashley Faye’s Fun Day.”

Classic film series: 7 p.m. Marion Music Hall, 164 Front St., Marion. See “The Treasure of the Sierra Madre” (1948) starring Humphrey Bogart and Walter Huston. David Pierce will lead the talkback portion at the movie’s conclusion. There is no charge for the movie and popcorn will be provided.